When you ask Lake Region varsity football Head Coach Mike Meehan to describe sophomore quarterback Brock Gibbons, he uses one word, “special.”

Coach Meehan feels Gibbons has all the traits — athleticism, size, speed, feel for the game, a true team player, leadership,  coachability and “amazing work ethic: — to develop into an elite quarterback. 

Coach Meehan’s praise is backed up by Gibbons cracking the National Boys Football 2022 Passing Yards stat list, ranked #17 amongst sophomore quarterbacks in the 6/8/9-man team size category (two weeks ago, Gibbons was 13th). His stat lines:

1,353 yards

193.3 yards per game

86-of-180

15 TDs, 6 INTs

National leader is Payton Mills of Cutter-Morning Star, 2,122 yards, 353.7 yards per game, 129-of-212, 23 TDs, 10 INTs.

Overall, Gibbons was ranked 80th amongst allquarterbacks.

“We are extremely proud of Brock’s relentless hard work and dedication, on and off the football field,” Coach Meehan said. “This boy has a bright, bright future. Our staff could not be more excited for him and our program.”

In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Brock is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed t-shirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber.

Player Profile

Name: Brock Gibbons

Year in School: Sophomore

Hometown: Naples

Parents: Mary and Jim Gibbons

Sports you play: Baseball, football, basketball

Q. Why did you choose to play football? I chose this sport because ever since I was little I would go to my dad’s friend’s house and watch football every Sunday. That’s when I was like, ‘I want to play this game.’ 

Q. Complete the following, “I know I’ve had a good game if…” at the end of the game the scoreboard showed we had more points than our opponent. It’s not about if youhad a good game, it’s ifwe won. I would rather have the worst game of my life and win, than have my best game and lose.   

Q. What goes through your mind before a big game? Honestly, not much. I try to keep it chill, listen to some music, and watch some film.  

Q. If things are not going well, what do you do to rebound and clear your mind to be more positive? I try to make a big play for the boys to get the momentum on our side. 

Q. How has sports changed you as a person? Sports have changed me as a person because you realize how to appreciate things. Some people don’t get to do the stuff you’re doing, and just appreciating everything you’re able to do is a big thing for me.  

Q. What is the biggest reward you get from competing in sports? The biggest reward for me is building that brotherhood with your team and just going out and having fun.